Bush visits collapsed Mississippi bridge in Minneapolis pledge
President Bush toured the wrecked highway span over the Mississippi in Minneapolis promising to cut red tape to speed rebuilding. He cited a $5 million debris removal grant and potential $250 million congressional aid while divers searched for victims and Local officials discussed timelines and roadblocks.
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Families wait in Augsburg classes as I-35W bridge collapse toll rises
Twin cities relatives gather at Augsburg College as search for missing bridge victims continues. Volunteers from Red Cross offer support while divers work the Mississippi River after the I-35W collapse that killed at least five and injured about 100. Families speak of fear, grief, and the sudden closeness of strangers bound by loss. Dorothy Svendsen waits for word about Greg Jolstad, a 45 year old construction worker feared dead.
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Car Pulled From Water at I-35W Bridge Collapse
Crews recovered a crushed car from the murky Mississippi River at the collapse site, the only vehicle found with potentially unaccounted passengers. Five people killed, at least eight trapped. divers assist as investigators map debris field and inspect deck removal. Families of missing shown briefly at the Red Cross center. President Bush tours damage and pledges aid. rebuilding goal set for end of 2008. Authorities note the southern end shifted 81 feet. FBI maps debris for deck removal.
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